Your year in love kicks off on a personal note during the January 11 Capricorn new moon, allowing you to gain clarity around your goals and ambitions for yourself in the new year. Before you can shift your focus to your love affairs, it’ll be important to establish what it is that you’re actually looking for. You feel your best when you approach things with a plan, and today, you’ll be implementing these intentions. As Venus in Capricorn harmonizes with Uranus in Taurus on February 7, you’ll be venturing into new territory when it comes to romance and dating. While you tend to approach things by the book, this transit encourages you to be a little spontaneous!
However, as Venus shifts into comfort-loving Taurus by April 29, you’ll be settling into an enjoyable new romance with a special someone who makes you feel safe and supported. The Taurus new moon on May 7 heightens your desire for pleasure in your love life and may signify the consummation of a romantic relationship. Sit back and enjoy yourself because this dynamic is filling your cup in all the right ways.
You’ll be called to re-balance your personal responsibilities and obligations as the Capricorn full moon illuminates on June 21. Have you been overconsumed with the needs of your significant other? If so, it may be time for a little reality check. Luckily, the Cancer new moon on July 5 is a chance to engage in vulnerable conversations with your significant other. Have you been feeling emotionally neglected? If so, it may be time to make your needs known.
Disruptions in your love life reach a head as Venus in Leo squares off with Uranus in Taurus on August 2. You may be feeling the need to liberate yourself from a relationship that’s been too limiting. Luckily, by the time Uranus stations retrograde in Taurus by September 1, tensions in your love life slowly begin to subside. By the time Venus in Scorpio harmonizes with Mars in Cancer by October 8, you’ll be yearning for deep, emotional bonds with other people, making this a fortunate day for making new connections.
The Taurus full moon on November 15 spotlights a satisfying love affair, prompting you to make your feelings known if you haven’t already. Your year in love comes to a close as Mars stations retrograde in authoritative Leo by December 6. As this retrograde carries you into the new year, you’ll be re-evaluating the burdens and responsibilities of others that you’ve been taking on. Moving into the new year, you’ll want to remember that regardless of the needs of others, it’s important to put yourself first.